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Kigelia africana

Kigelia africana

Part of the plant used

Part of the plant used

Leaves

Major cosmetic applications

Major cosmetic applications

Anti-inflammatory. Sensitive and/or irritated skin. Purifying. Antiseptic. Energizing. Blood flow activator.

Inception growing area

Inception growing area

Tropical Africa and South Africa

Traditional uses

Traditional uses

Popular source of traditional medicine in Africa. The fruit pulp is used to strengthen and tone the skin of women breast (pectoral).

Curiosities

Curiosities

The Maasai use fermented fruit pulp to make a very strong beer.

Provital products

Provital products